Bionic Leg Wrap Uses AI to Correct Walking Patterns For Cerebral Palsy, MS, and Stroke Patients
Artificial intelligence detects walking gait, and sends that information to the electrodes to ensure each leg is moving as much in sync
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Molecule in Breast Milk Could Reduce Cerebral Palsy in Infants-By Boosting Brain Matter
Researchers identified a fatty molecule in breast milk that triggers stem cells in the brain to "reverse" possible damage of cerebral palsy.
Robo-Spoon Allows Disabled People to Eat With More Control
This auto-correcting robotic spoon is groundbreaking for patients with cerebral palsy, spinal injuries, or Huntington's disease.
Friends of Disabled Man Carry Him Up Mountain So He Can Go Volcano Surfing
To inspire others with disabilities and give wheelchairs to the poor, Zach Anner's friends hiked up a Nicaraguan volcano carrying Zach on their backs..
Man With Cerebral Palsy, Autism Starts Can Collecting Business
With every can or bottle he collects and returns, Tyler Laviolette takes one step closer to fulfilling the dream of his parents, who wanted him to live a normal, independent and productive life despite being born with cerebral palsy and diagnosed with autism.
Man With Cerebral Palsy Lands Dream Job
Despite having little to no control over his body, this determined worker has become one of the most beloved – and accomplished – staffers at his workplace.
Watch Cashier's Sweet Gesture for Boy With Cerebral Palsy
Andy Robinson loves to help out whenever he can – so when he was asked to help with a normally innocuous task, he was over the moon.
Watch What Runners Do When Man's Wheelchair Breaks Mid-Marathon in NY
If it weren't for strangers, and the determination of these brothers, a broken wheel would have ended their NYC marathon race.
Watch Runner's Emotional Reaction to Becoming First Ever Pro Athlete With Cerebral Palsy Signed by Nike
Justin Gallegos has just become a prime example of how hard work pays off – no matter what your disability is.
Watch the Joyous Reaction of 4-Year-old Girl With Cerebral Palsy Taking Her First Steps
After years spent dreaming about walking independently, this youngster's excitement is so palpable – and contagious – after her hard work pays off.
Teacher Carries 60-Pound Student on Her Back, Not Wanting Anyone to Be Left Out of Camping Trip
Not only that, the teacher shelled out $300 of her own money so she could carry the student for the entirety of the weekend trip.
Boy With Cerebral Palsy Runs the Skate Park in a Wheelchair (WATCH)
Skateboarding in his wheelchair is just the way Atticus Edwards rolls – not only is it therapeutic...it's adorable.
Watch Nonverbal Boy's Delight When Firefighter Stops to Chat With Him in Sign Language
Tegan McCall could not contain his excitement when a firefighter stopped by his family's apartment doorway in order to introduce himself in sign language.
Nike Partners With Disabled Teen to Create Easy-Entry Shoe
When a teenager with cerebral palsy wrote to Nike requesting a shoe for people with limited hand function, the company decided to ‘Just Do It'.
'She Loves Life': Teen with Cerebral Palsy Named Homecoming Queen
Courtney Tharp's fellow high school students aren't at all surprised that she was named homecoming queen this week. They love her smile, her enthusiasm and her upbeat attitude about everything. Who cares if she struggles with fine motor skills or has some speech difficulties? Diagnosed with cerebral palsy when she was 9 months old, Courtney, now 17, found out on Monday night that her fellow seniors wanted her to be their queen.
988 Mile Walk, a Field of Dreams for Determined Cerebral Palsy Golfer
D.J. Gregory's parents were told he would never walk. But with their constant encouragement, D.J. became the master of his cerebral palsy, and last week, at age 30, he triumphed, achieving his dream of walking with underdeveloped lungs and twisted legs every hole of the entire PGA tour -- 988 miles in 11 months.
Big Hearts in Aisle Five: Grocery Store Buys Special Cart for Special Toddler
When a store manager noticed a young mother juggling a shopping cart and a toddler in a wheelchair, he went to his boss and lobbied for a "princess wagon."
Amazing Artist With Cerebral Palsy 'Paints' With a Typewriter
A man who lived with a severe disability for decades in an Oregon nursing home created a collection of amazing artwork using only a typewriter. Paul Smith was born in 1921 with cerebral palsy, but could still type using one finger, and the 'paintings' he created are extraordinary.
Watch What Happens As Boy With Cerebral Palsy Tries to Finish Race #TBT
Matt Woodrum, who has cerebral palsy, was trailing behind his classmates on race day, so his teacher started a movement that will move you, too.
Woman With Cerebral Palsy Braves Controversial Surgery So She Can Ride a Bike - Now You Can't Stop Her
Born with cerebral palsy, Nicole's lifelong dream of riding a bike seemed out of reach, until a controversial surgery gave her back full use of her legs.
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